Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello
1403 S Jefferson St, Monticello, FL 32344
VJ's Florida Grill and Barbecue has logged 22 inspections over the record period with 73 total violations, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. However, employee health policy violations and handwashing violations have been recurring findings across multiple inspections, appearing in 8 of the last 6 inspections reviewed. Employee health reporting violations were cited in August 2025 and March 2024; handwashing facilities and handwashing procedures violations appeared in August 2025 and March 2024. Consumer advisory violations were documented in four separate inspections between April 2024 and August 2025, suggesting ongoing issues with communicating food safety information to customers. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 found 6 violations including repeating employee health policy and handwashing issues, with the inspection completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 5, 2026
Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello: Comparison to Jefferson County Averages
Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019036361 | $160.00 | Apr 17, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello last inspected?
- Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello had?
- Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello find?
- Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello ever been shut down?
- No, Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello been fined?
- Vj's Florida Grill and Barbecue in Monticello has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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